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bookdevouringmisfit's review
2.0
2 stars? 2.5?
I Want It That Way. Oh, what an enticing title. I admit, the title was what made me read the book. But I wouldn't deny that I also got a little bit excited to read this. Come on! Plenty of positive reviews. Add the fact that most of my friends here love Ann Aguirre.
But see.. here's the thing. Looks can be deceiving, eh? Or should I say, titles? Whatever. The main point is that I didn't like this book the way I expected I would. I hate that it was only at about the 80% mark where things got exciting. Pretty much everything before that was Nadia narrating her monotonous everyday life. I don't know anyone who wouldn't get bored with that. And I couldn't for the life of me understand how Nadia can jump from lust into love when she and Ty barely had any conversation before she realized that she was already in love. Add the fact that Ty was also a grumpy ass (his words, not mine) in the beginning. Lust ? Yeah, that I get. But love? When you've only known each other for less than two months and in that span of time you can only count in one hand the number of meaningful encounters and conversations you had? Hehehe. NO. Don't you have to at least have a connection with someone to be in love? I've never been in love but I'm pretty sure about that. (Again, it's the cynic side of me speaking but come on!)
The upside of this book was despite the FWB situation being a trope in NA books, Ann Aguirre's characters have depth. Somehow, the characterization escaped the cliche that most NAs fail to get out of. They aren't only some college kids who want to get laid and wasted. They have problems too - as much as any problem a 21-year old can have. And they try as best as they could to if not solve, but manage them. I also appreciate the involvement of the main characters' families. How their families play a big part in their lives. Also, the friendship! Ahhh great friendship in a book = happy me. I'm a firm believer that no man is an island after all.
The book may not be for me but it doesn't mean that you guys wouldn't enjoy it. There are still some good things about it that I'm just too lazy to write about. So might as well read it and see for yourselves. Aaaannndd.. here's to me still looking foward to the next book. Yeah. Because I'm optimistic like that. I have my moments.
I Want It That Way. Oh, what an enticing title. I admit, the title was what made me read the book. But I wouldn't deny that I also got a little bit excited to read this. Come on! Plenty of positive reviews. Add the fact that most of my friends here love Ann Aguirre.
But see.. here's the thing. Looks can be deceiving, eh? Or should I say, titles? Whatever. The main point is that I didn't like this book the way I expected I would. I hate that it was only at about the 80% mark where things got exciting. Pretty much everything before that was Nadia narrating her monotonous everyday life. I don't know anyone who wouldn't get bored with that. And I couldn't for the life of me understand how Nadia can jump from lust into love when she and Ty barely had any conversation before she realized that she was already in love. Add the fact that Ty was also a grumpy ass (his words, not mine) in the beginning. Lust ? Yeah, that I get. But love? When you've only known each other for less than two months and in that span of time you can only count in one hand the number of meaningful encounters and conversations you had? Hehehe. NO. Don't you have to at least have a connection with someone to be in love? I've never been in love but I'm pretty sure about that. (Again, it's the cynic side of me speaking but come on!)
The upside of this book was despite the FWB situation being a trope in NA books, Ann Aguirre's characters have depth. Somehow, the characterization escaped the cliche that most NAs fail to get out of. They aren't only some college kids who want to get laid and wasted. They have problems too - as much as any problem a 21-year old can have. And they try as best as they could to if not solve, but manage them. I also appreciate the involvement of the main characters' families. How their families play a big part in their lives. Also, the friendship! Ahhh great friendship in a book = happy me. I'm a firm believer that no man is an island after all.
The book may not be for me but it doesn't mean that you guys wouldn't enjoy it. There are still some good things about it that I'm just too lazy to write about. So might as well read it and see for yourselves. Aaaannndd.. here's to me still looking foward to the next book. Yeah. Because I'm optimistic like that. I have my moments.
nicolemhewitt's review
4.0
This review and many others can be found on my blog - Feed Your Fiction Addiction
I really loved I Want it That Way. This book just made me happy. I have to confess that I was playing a little bit of the comparison game when I read this one. I know it’s not good to compare books, but I read this shortly after I read Ugly Love (with just one day and one boon in between) and the themes are so similar – a couple that decides to have a no strings attached physical relationship because the guy isn’t able to commit. The thing was, I was SO disappointed with Ugly Love (I really wanted to love it!) that this book really felt AMAZING in comparison. I kept thinking, “Yes! This is how this type of book should be done!” I actually had to wait a little while before I wrote this review so that I could look at it a little more objectively. I’m going to try not to spend my entire review comparing these two books, but I can’t help doing it some – they are forever paired in my mind.
The synopsis does a good job of describing the book, so I’m going to go straight to my review.
What I LOVED:
Ty and Nadia.
The very beginnings of the attraction between Ty and Nadia did feel just a teensy bit insta-lovey, but I was able to forgive this because the relationship didn’t move too quickly past that initial stage. Aguirre really took the time to strengthen the bond between these two before the relationship went too far (and before they started feeling undying devotion toward each other). I really loved Ty and Nadia together. The chemistry between them was awesome, but what I loved even more was the emotional connection that they had. I felt them falling in love – I believed it (unlike that other book that I’m trying not to mention) – even though they agreed to a physical relationship, things were never just about sex with them, and they both knew it. Both of them wanted something more, but Ty just cuoldn’t do it. No matter how much he wanted it. Which brings me to my next point …
Realistic barriers.
I felt like Nadia and Ty had really solid reasons for feeling like they couldn’t be together, even though they obviously desperately wanted to be. Ty put his son first – absolutely – before everything else. Since Sammy had already been abandoned once (even if he couldn’t remember it), Ty didn’t want to insert someone into his life just to have her leave. I really admired and adored Ty for his attitude toward his son. And both Ty and Nadia realized that Nadia probably wasn’t ready to step into an insta-family for keeps – she was just too young and their relationship was too new. When things started to get too intense, I both loved and hated Ty for calling it all off (and so did Nadia!). But it felt real. It felt responsible, which was what Ty’s character was above all else when it came to his son. It also felt agonizing.
Strong secondary characters.
Not only were Nadia and Ty really well-developed, the secondary characters were equally so. The only character I wasn’t completely in love with was Nadia’s best friend, Lauren (her subplot wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t as interesting as the main plot). Nadia’s other roommates were all great fun, though. And I loved Ty’s son!
The negatives:
Slightly anticlimactic.
The only reason that this book gets 4 stars instead of 4.5 or 5 is because I felt like the resolution to the conflict felt a little bit anticlimactic. Nothing big really happens to change Nadia and Ty’s situation – it’s more that Nadia comes to some realizations (there are some circumstances that bring that about, but they didn’t feel that huge and climactic). In general, the book felt a bit slower to me after Ty and Nadia split up. The very end was still completely satisfying, but I felt a slight lull before it got to that point.
Social issue.
There was one other issue that bugged me slightly, but I don’t want to get into it too much because I feel like it would spoil things. There’s something that Ty blames himself for (that involves a pretty big social issue), and I couldn’t help but feel like it wasn’t something he should feel real guilt over. I can’t really get into my feelings on the subject without giving anything away, but this was one small point that bugged me. (Have you read the book and want to discuss this with me? PM me via Goodreads or Twitter so we don’t spoil it for others!)
So, overall, I really loved this book. No it wasn’t flawless, but I would still really recommend it if you’re looking for a good New Adult read. Just be warned – you will have The Backstreet Boys running through your head constantly as you read it (and as you review it too). So I’ll leave you with a song – “I want it that way.” 4/5 Stars.
***Disclosure: This book was provided to me by the publisher for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
I really loved I Want it That Way. This book just made me happy. I have to confess that I was playing a little bit of the comparison game when I read this one. I know it’s not good to compare books, but I read this shortly after I read Ugly Love (with just one day and one boon in between) and the themes are so similar – a couple that decides to have a no strings attached physical relationship because the guy isn’t able to commit. The thing was, I was SO disappointed with Ugly Love (I really wanted to love it!) that this book really felt AMAZING in comparison. I kept thinking, “Yes! This is how this type of book should be done!” I actually had to wait a little while before I wrote this review so that I could look at it a little more objectively. I’m going to try not to spend my entire review comparing these two books, but I can’t help doing it some – they are forever paired in my mind.
The synopsis does a good job of describing the book, so I’m going to go straight to my review.
What I LOVED:
Ty and Nadia.
The very beginnings of the attraction between Ty and Nadia did feel just a teensy bit insta-lovey, but I was able to forgive this because the relationship didn’t move too quickly past that initial stage. Aguirre really took the time to strengthen the bond between these two before the relationship went too far (and before they started feeling undying devotion toward each other). I really loved Ty and Nadia together. The chemistry between them was awesome, but what I loved even more was the emotional connection that they had. I felt them falling in love – I believed it (unlike that other book that I’m trying not to mention) – even though they agreed to a physical relationship, things were never just about sex with them, and they both knew it. Both of them wanted something more, but Ty just cuoldn’t do it. No matter how much he wanted it. Which brings me to my next point …
Realistic barriers.
I felt like Nadia and Ty had really solid reasons for feeling like they couldn’t be together, even though they obviously desperately wanted to be. Ty put his son first – absolutely – before everything else. Since Sammy had already been abandoned once (even if he couldn’t remember it), Ty didn’t want to insert someone into his life just to have her leave. I really admired and adored Ty for his attitude toward his son. And both Ty and Nadia realized that Nadia probably wasn’t ready to step into an insta-family for keeps – she was just too young and their relationship was too new. When things started to get too intense, I both loved and hated Ty for calling it all off (and so did Nadia!). But it felt real. It felt responsible, which was what Ty’s character was above all else when it came to his son. It also felt agonizing.
Strong secondary characters.
Not only were Nadia and Ty really well-developed, the secondary characters were equally so. The only character I wasn’t completely in love with was Nadia’s best friend, Lauren (her subplot wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t as interesting as the main plot). Nadia’s other roommates were all great fun, though. And I loved Ty’s son!
The negatives:
Slightly anticlimactic.
The only reason that this book gets 4 stars instead of 4.5 or 5 is because I felt like the resolution to the conflict felt a little bit anticlimactic. Nothing big really happens to change Nadia and Ty’s situation – it’s more that Nadia comes to some realizations (there are some circumstances that bring that about, but they didn’t feel that huge and climactic). In general, the book felt a bit slower to me after Ty and Nadia split up. The very end was still completely satisfying, but I felt a slight lull before it got to that point.
Social issue.
There was one other issue that bugged me slightly, but I don’t want to get into it too much because I feel like it would spoil things. There’s something that Ty blames himself for (that involves a pretty big social issue), and I couldn’t help but feel like it wasn’t something he should feel real guilt over. I can’t really get into my feelings on the subject without giving anything away, but this was one small point that bugged me. (Have you read the book and want to discuss this with me? PM me via Goodreads or Twitter so we don’t spoil it for others!)
So, overall, I really loved this book. No it wasn’t flawless, but I would still really recommend it if you’re looking for a good New Adult read. Just be warned – you will have The Backstreet Boys running through your head constantly as you read it (and as you review it too). So I’ll leave you with a song – “I want it that way.” 4/5 Stars.
***Disclosure: This book was provided to me by the publisher for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
caseroo7's review
3.0
Review originally posted at Ramblings From This Chick
I Want It That Way is the first book in Ann Aguirre's 2B Trilogy. I was really looking forward to this story after seeing the beautiful cover and reading the blurb. I had never read anything by her before, but I am such a NA fan that I find myself being drawn to each new release especially if they are part of a series. While I did like things about this story, I will admit that I also had some things that I didn't like about this one. I find myself sort of struggling how to put into words what I feel about this book, because while I didn't dislike it I also didn't love it. I think that this one had a lot of potential but ended up falling short on delivery.
Nadia Conrad is moving into an apartment with her friends after living in the dorms for the last two years. She works at a daycare and goes to classes, determined to set herself up for a successful future as a teacher. When Nadia meets the guy from the apartment below her she is instantly drawn to him. Daniel "Ty" Tyler has moments where he seems friendly towards her, but then he has moments where he is cold as a stranger. Nadia has no idea at first what his problem is, but before long she sees that his life is more complicated that she could have guessed. While trying to work and attend night classes, Ty is also raising his four year old son on his own. When Ty enrolls Sam at the daycare where Nadia works, they start to grow closer. While Ty and Nadia both have feelings for one another, they know that everything that happens between them will impact Sam's life. They agree to friends with benefits and to keep their relationship between just them. But the more that they get to know each other the more that they begin to fall for one another. But with Ty determined to live his life according to the rules that he has set and the timing of their new relationship not being perfect, can they have a shot at anything lasting?
I honestly thought that I was going to love Ty from the very start. I mean he was smart and sexy, and he was so dedicated to his son. He was a hard worker and was really determined. But he was so regimented in his beliefs and thoughts about exactly how his life should play out that he completely closed himself off to what could be if he gave it a chance. I didn't like how he had handled things with his ex, but I understood his motivation and can't blame him for wanting his son more than anything else in the world. I just wish that he would have handled things better. I also wish that he wouldn't have been so dead set on keeping Nadia at arms length for so long when it was clear that she was nothing like his ex. Nadia was great with Sam and Ty, and you could see how much she had come to care about both of them in such a short time. I loved her interactions with both of them, and it was fun watching her win them both over. She was sweet and kind, and she was great at taking care of both of them. I thought that the chemistry between Ty and Nadia was strong from the start, but they also were developing so much more than that. I liked seeing the three of them together, and wish that we had been given a bit more of all of them together.
I did feel like this story was a bit slow and had some pacing issues. I think a lot of this was due to the fact that the majority of this book takes place within the apartment/apartment complex in where they both live, and it got to be a bit boring after awhile. I kept waiting for something to shake things up and that just didn't happen. I also felt like too much of this book focused on Nadia and her roommates. While I understand that Ann Aguirre was setting us up for the remainder of this series, it almost took over the book at points and I found myself not caring about any of them. I wanted to skip those parts and get back to Nadia, Ty and Sam. I did think that this story was sweet and I liked the way that things played out. I am also intrigued by Nadia's brother Rob and her best friend Lauren. I am looking forward to seeing what is in store for them. But I did think that this one was predictable and I would have liked to have seen things happen a bit differently especially them deciding to do the friends with benefits thing. I just felt like that was such an obvious choice, and it made the rest of the story feel as though it wasn't as unique or different as it could have been. I will still continue with this series, and see where Ann Aguirre takes these characters in the future. If you are looking for a sweet and easy NA read, you might give this one a shot.
**ARC Provided by Publisher**
I Want It That Way is the first book in Ann Aguirre's 2B Trilogy. I was really looking forward to this story after seeing the beautiful cover and reading the blurb. I had never read anything by her before, but I am such a NA fan that I find myself being drawn to each new release especially if they are part of a series. While I did like things about this story, I will admit that I also had some things that I didn't like about this one. I find myself sort of struggling how to put into words what I feel about this book, because while I didn't dislike it I also didn't love it. I think that this one had a lot of potential but ended up falling short on delivery.
Nadia Conrad is moving into an apartment with her friends after living in the dorms for the last two years. She works at a daycare and goes to classes, determined to set herself up for a successful future as a teacher. When Nadia meets the guy from the apartment below her she is instantly drawn to him. Daniel "Ty" Tyler has moments where he seems friendly towards her, but then he has moments where he is cold as a stranger. Nadia has no idea at first what his problem is, but before long she sees that his life is more complicated that she could have guessed. While trying to work and attend night classes, Ty is also raising his four year old son on his own. When Ty enrolls Sam at the daycare where Nadia works, they start to grow closer. While Ty and Nadia both have feelings for one another, they know that everything that happens between them will impact Sam's life. They agree to friends with benefits and to keep their relationship between just them. But the more that they get to know each other the more that they begin to fall for one another. But with Ty determined to live his life according to the rules that he has set and the timing of their new relationship not being perfect, can they have a shot at anything lasting?
I honestly thought that I was going to love Ty from the very start. I mean he was smart and sexy, and he was so dedicated to his son. He was a hard worker and was really determined. But he was so regimented in his beliefs and thoughts about exactly how his life should play out that he completely closed himself off to what could be if he gave it a chance. I didn't like how he had handled things with his ex, but I understood his motivation and can't blame him for wanting his son more than anything else in the world. I just wish that he would have handled things better. I also wish that he wouldn't have been so dead set on keeping Nadia at arms length for so long when it was clear that she was nothing like his ex. Nadia was great with Sam and Ty, and you could see how much she had come to care about both of them in such a short time. I loved her interactions with both of them, and it was fun watching her win them both over. She was sweet and kind, and she was great at taking care of both of them. I thought that the chemistry between Ty and Nadia was strong from the start, but they also were developing so much more than that. I liked seeing the three of them together, and wish that we had been given a bit more of all of them together.
I did feel like this story was a bit slow and had some pacing issues. I think a lot of this was due to the fact that the majority of this book takes place within the apartment/apartment complex in where they both live, and it got to be a bit boring after awhile. I kept waiting for something to shake things up and that just didn't happen. I also felt like too much of this book focused on Nadia and her roommates. While I understand that Ann Aguirre was setting us up for the remainder of this series, it almost took over the book at points and I found myself not caring about any of them. I wanted to skip those parts and get back to Nadia, Ty and Sam. I did think that this story was sweet and I liked the way that things played out. I am also intrigued by Nadia's brother Rob and her best friend Lauren. I am looking forward to seeing what is in store for them. But I did think that this one was predictable and I would have liked to have seen things happen a bit differently especially them deciding to do the friends with benefits thing. I just felt like that was such an obvious choice, and it made the rest of the story feel as though it wasn't as unique or different as it could have been. I will still continue with this series, and see where Ann Aguirre takes these characters in the future. If you are looking for a sweet and easy NA read, you might give this one a shot.
**ARC Provided by Publisher**
beyondevak's review
3.0
This book, for me, was a take it or leave it kind of read. While it was sweet on the one hand, it was a hodgepodge of stuffing on the other. I liked certain aspects of it, but other aspects of it just seemed like extra words, if that makes any kind of sense.
The story in a nutshell...
Nadia, a young college student, moved into an apartment complex with three friends. On day one, she met Ty and as fate would have it, they developed an attraction for one another. While Ty fought his attraction, Nadia fantasized about them being together (more or less). Soon, they could not resist each other and before you know it...friends with benefits comes into play. Ups and downs happened, love was expressed and avoided, family conflict and drama with friends occured and happily ever after finally came to be.
I can say, in all honesty, that I am happy that these two got their we-belong-together ending. The route they took, however, was terribly predictable and somewhat lacking.
Rating: 3-/5
Audience: Adult
Status: Mature (Profanity, sexual content, adult situations, FwB)
The story in a nutshell...
Nadia, a young college student, moved into an apartment complex with three friends. On day one, she met Ty and as fate would have it, they developed an attraction for one another. While Ty fought his attraction, Nadia fantasized about them being together (more or less). Soon, they could not resist each other and before you know it...friends with benefits comes into play. Ups and downs happened, love was expressed and avoided, family conflict and drama with friends occured and happily ever after finally came to be.
I can say, in all honesty, that I am happy that these two got their we-belong-together ending. The route they took, however, was terribly predictable and somewhat lacking.
Rating: 3-/5
Audience: Adult
Status: Mature (Profanity, sexual content, adult situations, FwB)
beastreader's review
4.0
This is the first book in the 2B trilogy for New Adult genre. This is a different side of the author that I haven't really experienced. I have read the author's darker young adult novels and enjoyed them. I picked up books one and two in this trilogy. I started reading this first book but then I jumped to the second one and read it. However this did not take away anything form my liking this book. In fact, I like this book way better than I do the second one, which is Lauren's story in As Long As You Love Me. Which Nadia and Lauren are best friends and room mates in this book along with two guys, Max and Angus.
What I liked about this book that I was not feeling as much in the second one is that the romance between Nadia and Ty was more geniune. It was understandable why Ty kept his distance from Nadia in the beginning as he has Sam to think of but they were so good together. I look forward to reading the final book in this trilogy which is play boy, Max's story.
What I liked about this book that I was not feeling as much in the second one is that the romance between Nadia and Ty was more geniune. It was understandable why Ty kept his distance from Nadia in the beginning as he has Sam to think of but they were so good together. I look forward to reading the final book in this trilogy which is play boy, Max's story.
lectorliber04's review
3.0
I believe this might be my first book about twenty something young adults. They get drunk or have sex or both when they are bored, sad or happy. Nothing new so far. No idea about Ms. Aguirre's age, her writing style hints at someone close in age to her characters. I didn't dislike the book but there were times when I kind of rolled my eyes at some of Nadia's thoughts (in italics) right in the middle of the paragraph. I am not an English major, nor is English my first language but for some reason I found it kind of childish. Maybe it is problem for us fifty something when we read books not meant for us, older, 'wiser' folks.
However, Ty, the young father is my favourite character. He is one of the reasons I continued reading. I wanted this sweet young guy to get his chance at happiness. Ty is an amazing father and I applaud Ms Aguirre for showing us that not only women but men can be as responsible, loving and giving as Ty is. Ty had his son as his first priority and convinced himself that there wasn't any room for any other person in his life because of his young son. Max is the other reason I kept on reading. I sensed there was more to Max than the apparent shallowness of his life style and I wasn't disappointed. Shall continue to read the series with the hope that Max will have his own book.
However, Ty, the young father is my favourite character. He is one of the reasons I continued reading. I wanted this sweet young guy to get his chance at happiness. Ty is an amazing father and I applaud Ms Aguirre for showing us that not only women but men can be as responsible, loving and giving as Ty is. Ty had his son as his first priority and convinced himself that there wasn't any room for any other person in his life because of his young son. Max is the other reason I kept on reading. I sensed there was more to Max than the apparent shallowness of his life style and I wasn't disappointed. Shall continue to read the series with the hope that Max will have his own book.
emilij0307's review
5.0
Aww - my heart and this book!
Ty - the eternal bachelor with a 4-year old son
Nadia - the bubbly and determined coed that is ready for the next level
I love love stories like this and I loved everything about this book! Ann was very descriptive in her writing and often I longed to know what happened next right away! And I love how she ends a chapter in the middle of a scene and then BOOM the story continues in the next chapter! It’s like a cliffhanger but not as you eagerly turn to the next page to see what happens next?
And the seen where Ty - tortured and pain, confessed his love for Nadia but knew it couldn’t be because he wanted her to life her life due to his guilt over Diana - heart-wrenching
Ty - the eternal bachelor with a 4-year old son
Nadia - the bubbly and determined coed that is ready for the next level
I love love stories like this and I loved everything about this book! Ann was very descriptive in her writing and often I longed to know what happened next right away! And I love how she ends a chapter in the middle of a scene and then BOOM the story continues in the next chapter! It’s like a cliffhanger but not as you eagerly turn to the next page to see what happens next?
And the seen where Ty - tortured and pain, confessed his love for Nadia but knew it couldn’t be because he wanted her to life her life due to his guilt over Diana - heart-wrenching
papalbina's review
4.0
there is a reason why i gave four stars to this book despite the fact that it was kind of boring at times. that reason is that this is supposed to be "new adult" and beside the steamy content there is REAL new adult stuff.
nadia, the main character is struggling to get through college with a part-time job and money shortage which is REAL LIFE and i appreciate sssoooo much that these aspects are dealt with in this book... it's the first one in this so-called genre "new adult" that i read that really feels like it is for readers in that age range (beginning of the twenties).
beside that i have to say that the book was a bit too boring. nadia spent too much time longing for ty and ty spent too much time making a big deal of him having a kid... in the end, their story... well, it was fun to read although not as "wild" as i was expecting given nadia's thoughts or ty's comments.
nonetheless, i did like the characters, the plot and the writing and i surely will continue reading the series :3
thank you to netgalley and harlequin for providing me with a copy of this book.
nadia, the main character is struggling to get through college with a part-time job and money shortage which is REAL LIFE and i appreciate sssoooo much that these aspects are dealt with in this book... it's the first one in this so-called genre "new adult" that i read that really feels like it is for readers in that age range (beginning of the twenties).
beside that i have to say that the book was a bit too boring. nadia spent too much time longing for ty and ty spent too much time making a big deal of him having a kid... in the end, their story... well, it was fun to read although not as "wild" as i was expecting given nadia's thoughts or ty's comments.
nonetheless, i did like the characters, the plot and the writing and i surely will continue reading the series :3
thank you to netgalley and harlequin for providing me with a copy of this book.
jaimejustreadsromance's review
3.0
3.5 Stars
I really enjoyed the premise of this story and love that it never veered off into any of the predictable directions that I expected it to.
I think, for me, that perhaps the story didn't reach it's full potential. I just don't think I ever really felt like I got to really know Ty like I wanted to. I liked him but still think I could have really loved him had I gotten into his head more. The ending felt a little rushed to me as well. I would have liked to have seen that drawn out a little bit more
.However, I really liked the way that the author chose to help Daniel move on and really explore his feelings for Nadia. But my favorite part of the story was reading how Nadia fought for Daniel and wouldn't take no for an answer. She showed the perfect amount of strength and confidence that Daniel needed to give him that little push.
I did find myself intrigued by Nadia's roommates though and cannot wait to read their stories.
*I received an ARC from the author/publisher in exchange for an honest review
I really enjoyed the premise of this story and love that it never veered off into any of the predictable directions that I expected it to.
I think, for me, that perhaps the story didn't reach it's full potential. I just don't think I ever really felt like I got to really know Ty like I wanted to. I liked him but still think I could have really loved him had I gotten into his head more. The ending felt a little rushed to me as well. I would have liked to have seen that drawn out a little bit more
.However, I really liked the way that the author chose to help Daniel move on and really explore his feelings for Nadia. But my favorite part of the story was reading how Nadia fought for Daniel and wouldn't take no for an answer. She showed the perfect amount of strength and confidence that Daniel needed to give him that little push.
I did find myself intrigued by Nadia's roommates though and cannot wait to read their stories.
*I received an ARC from the author/publisher in exchange for an honest review